SH 8 over S.Fk.Palouse River
GoodLatah County, Idaho · 2.2 E. Moscow Ecl · Structure no. 000000000010221
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2021
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 55 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 8 over S.Fk.Palouse River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying SH 8 over S.Fk.Palouse River in Latah County, Idaho. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 years old, younger than the Idaho average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 5,300 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,950 by 2042. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 8 over S.Fk.Palouse River built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 8 over S.Fk.Palouse River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2021.
How much traffic does SH 8 over S.Fk.Palouse River carry?
About 5,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is SH 8 over S.Fk.Palouse River?
The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.
Who owns SH 8 over S.Fk.Palouse River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.